An excursion for lovers of Syrah and Viognier! The two northernmost appellations of the Rhône valley sublimate these two grape varieties in their native lands.
- Comfortable transportation in a mini van
- Great wine tastings
- Local history and unique places discovery
- Driver guide services
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| Bring along | comfortable shoes |
| Participants | for shared group tour : minimum of 4 participants, maximum of 8 participants for private group tour: no minimum, maximum of 8 participants For family with children, contact us |
| Languages | English, French |
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Venue
Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de la Métropole de Lyon, Place Bellecour, Lyon, France
Offered by
Rhône Trip
Further information
You will begin your wine journey in the village of Ampuis, cradle of Côte-Rôtie AOC. You will see the steep hillsides of one of the oldest vineyards in France and begin to understand how these vines have a perfect sun exposition and you’ll learn about the very rich and diversified terroir. You will immediately be seduced by the magnificent view over the Rhône Valley spreading south into the heart of the Saint Joseph appellation in the distance !
You will then be heading south to the Condrieu wine area, famous for its white wines. You will enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier, right where it is commonly regarded that viognier is best expressed and you’ll have another chance to taste the fruity and silky taste of the Syrah grape of the Northern Côtes du Rhône in their original terroir. After visiting this winery, you will now realise that the terroir, the grape variety but also the hand of the winemaker contribute to making unique wines.You will enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the fruity and silky taste of Syrah grape of the Northern Côtes du Rhône in their original terroir.
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Matilda was a great guide , Very knowledgeable and nice .
The vineyards were beautiful .
